koagulaatioreaktioiden
Koagulaatioreaktioiden, known in English as coagulation reactions, refers to the process by which a liquid changes into a solid or semi-solid state. This transformation is typically driven by the formation of a gel-like network, often through the aggregation of macromolecules or particles. In a biological context, coagulation is a crucial process for hemostasis, the cessation of bleeding. When a blood vessel is injured, a complex cascade of reactions is initiated, leading to the formation of a blood clot. This clot, primarily composed of fibrin proteins, seals the wound and prevents excessive blood loss.
Beyond biological systems, coagulation reactions are observed in various industrial and chemical applications. For instance, in